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    Carpe Diem in Maldives

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    Overview of Carpe Diem

    Built in 2008, M/V Carpe Diem is a 35m luxury liveaboard with separate fully equipped diving dhoni. Cabins and facilities are spread over four decks and so with a maximum capacity of 20 guests, there is an ample space to enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Indian Ocean.
    Imagine enjoying the beautiful Maldivian Sun, Sea, Sand and Stars while Scuba diving, Salsa dancing, Spa visiting, Skiing (water and jet ski), Surfing, Sunbathing, Snorkelling and Swimming. Cruising in the Maldives has never been so diverse and fun with all these activities offered on our brand new boat resulting in a dream holiday.

    Accommodation aboard Carpe Diem

    The Carpe Diem has 10 comfortable cabins across 3 decks:
     
    Suite - There is one very spacious suite, our SUN cabin, with over 20 m2 in size is located at the upper deck. The suite has a king size bed, a wide flat screen TV plus DVD/MP3 player and an ample closet plus storage space. The 5 windows give a beautiful view to the sea.
     
    Deluxe Cabin - Opposite the suite on the upper deck is a big cabin, the STAR cabin, with a queen size double bed, flat screen TV plus DVD/MP3 player and 3 windows overlooking Maldives blue waters.
     
    High Standard - The Carpe Diem has two high standard cabins, SEA and SAND, which are a little smaller than the deluxe cabin on the upper deck and located on the main deck with queen size double beds and TV plus DVD/MP3 players. They both have picture windows.
     
    Standard - A total of 6 standard cabins, SALSA, SCUBA, SURF, SMILE, SNORKEL and SKI are located on the cabin deck below the main deck. 4 of these standard cabins are very spacious having a queen double bed and bunk bed. The 2 other standard cabins each have a twin bed and bunk bed and can only take twin sharing occupancy. All standard cabins have portholes.
     
     
    All the cabins have:
    • Individual control air-conditioning
    • Private en-suite bathroom with toilet and built-in hot water shower cubicle
    • Hand basin, toiletries and towels
    • Windows or portholes
    • TV, DVD player and music system (excludes Standard cabins)
    • Safety box
    • Reading lights
    • Bedside cabinet, shelves and mirror
    • Refrigerator (Master Suite only)
    • Fire warning system
    • UK-style 3 pin 220V electricity
    • Bedding and luggage space
    • Life jackets
     
    Bar and lounge area equipped with a wide flat screen TV, DVD/MP3 player, in house sound system, seating area and a bar offering a wide variety of spirits, wines, liquors and beers. There is also a 140m² sun deck and shaded areas with sun chairs.

    Drink & Dine

    High quality food will be served on Carpe Diem Live aboard. You will enjoy the excellent variety of the fine dining chef for European and international cuisine and the experienced local chef for a delicious variety of Maldivian, Thai and Indian cuisine. There are always plenty of fresh ingredients used including fresh fruit, vegetables and seafood. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in a comfortable area with a splendid view.
    Coffee, tea, drinking water and fruit are provided free of charge whereas soft drinks, fruit juices, milk shakes, mineral water and beer are available for purchase.
    Please, send an advanced notice for special dietary requirements.

    Technical Specification

    Built: 2008
    Length: 35m
    Breadth: 10m
    Engines: 650 HP Daewoo
    Generators: 2 x 45 KW Daewoo
    Water Capacity: 5,000 litres
    Fresh Water Capacity: 16,000 per day
     
    Max of guests: 20
    Number of cabins: 10
    Number of crew: 12 (including one or two Dive Masters, a dive instructor and three dhoni crew)
     
    Safety Equipment: Full fire alarm system, 2 CCTV cameras, Bilge pump alarm, Searchlight, Emergency signaling devices, Fire extinguishers throughout, Life jackets, Oxygen, Medic first aid box

    Diving Facilities

    The Carpe Diem is accompanied by an 18 metre separate diving dhoni (tender boat), especially designed and built for this purpose. The dive dhoni is equipped with two fresh water showers & toilet, 3 compressors (1 Bauer & 2 Coltri) and a Nitrox Nuvair system. All the diving equipment is kept on the dhoni, giving more space to the Carpe Diem itself plus enhanced safety. Additional benefits include fast & safe transfers to the dive sites and extra comfort when putting on your gear. On board we have a fully equipped PADI licensed dive school offering courses for beginners up to several specialty courses for the more experienced divers.
     
    Includes:
    Tanks, Weights, Weight belts
    Excludes:
    Scuba equipment, Dive insurance, Nitrox

    As a fully bounded Tour with an ATOL license and Trust Account, your trip is totally financially protected. We can also include fligts, hotels and tours to your liveaboard booking as needed. Please speak to a maldives diving holiday expert on +44 1273 921 001 to construct a tailor made tour for your specific requirements.

    05 Apr, 2025 | 7nts

    Best of Maldives (7N'S)

    £1,977

    £1,779

    Just 1 space left

    Start date 05 Apr, 2025
    Finish date 12 Apr, 2025
    Embark - Disembark Male to Male
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    Standard Twin - Lower Deck

    Total 2 cabins (maximum 2 people per cabin)

    £1,977

    £1,779 p.p.

    (Single occupancy £2,847)

    Just 1 space left

    Included

    All diving with thanks, weightds & air

    100% finacial protection via our Travel Trust Association membership

    ATOL holiday protection when we incldue a flight with your holiday

    Not Included

    Green Tax Payable On Location USD 84

    Internation flights - we can add these to your trip

    Hotel stays befor or after your trip - we have excpetional prices at the best hotel in the region if you want to extrend your trip

    19 Apr, 2025 | 7nts

    Best of Maldives (7N'S)

    £1,977

    £1,779

    Only 5 space left

    Start date 19 Apr, 2025
    Finish date 26 Apr, 2025
    Embark - Disembark Male to Male
    See full itinerary

    Standard - Lower Deck

    Total 4 cabins (maximum 2 people per cabin)

    New Cabin Description

    £1,977

    £1,779 p.p.

    (Single occupancy £2,847)

    Just 1 space left

    Standard Twin - Lower Deck

    Total 2 cabins (maximum 2 people per cabin)

    £1,977

    £1,779 p.p.

    (Single occupancy £2,847)

    Only 2 space left

    Double - Main Deck

    Total 2 cabins (maximum 2 people per cabin)

    £2,063

    £1,856 p.p.

    (Single occupancy £2,970)

    Only 2 space left

    Included

    All diving with thanks, weightds & air

    100% finacial protection via our Travel Trust Association membership

    ATOL holiday protection when we incldue a flight with your holiday

    Not Included

    Green Tax Payable On Location USD 84

    Internation flights - we can add these to your trip

    Hotel stays befor or after your trip - we have excpetional prices at the best hotel in the region if you want to extrend your trip

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